Accounting Assistant - Receiving

Colas; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the construction sector is seeking an Accounting Assistant - Receiving to join their Calgary team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in various tasks such as verifying unit prices, assisting in resolving discrepancies, and supporting month-end closing activities. With a focus on detail and organization, the successful candidate will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development. If you're ready to contribute to a leading team and take your career to the next level, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Competitive Wages

Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in receiving, inventory, or administrative support roles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Verify unit prices and quantities against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Assist the purchasing team in resolving receiving discrepancies.
• Maintain organized records of receipts and delivery confirmations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor Degree

Post-secondary Education in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

JDE

OnBase

Job description

Job Description:

Accounting Assistant - Receiving at Colas in Calgary, AB, Canada. This position is suitable for candidates with a Bachelor Degree. The job is within the Logistics field, with vacancies currently open.

Job Responsibilities:

• Verify unit prices and quantities against packing slips and purchase orders, performing PO receipts following the Three-Way Matching principle.
• Assist the purchasing team in resolving receiving discrepancies.
• Maintain organized records of receipts, delivery confirmations, and related correspondence using OnBase.
• Support the accounting team with month-end closing and resolve invoice vouchering issues with the Shared Service Group.
• Participate in physical and cycle inventory counts as needed.
• Provide general administrative support to the office and assist with ad hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in business administration or logistics is an asset.
• 1-2 years of experience in receiving, inventory, or administrative support roles.
• Experience with JDE and OnBase is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Standard General Calgary offers growth opportunities, competitive wages and benefits, and a chance to join a leading team in the construction industry.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Keywords: Calgary jobs

Closing Date: 2025-06-04